Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Towing a trailer
- Introduction
- Technical requirements
- Fitting the removable ball coupling
- Removing the ball coupling
- Hitching and connecting the trailer
- Loading the trailer
- Towing a trailer
- Retrofitting a towing bracket
- Maximum permitted trailer weights
- Maximum permitted gross combination weight
Loading the load carrier system
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Loads can be attached securely only when the mounts, roof bars and load carrier
system are fitted correctly .
Maximum per ...
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Technical requirements
→ Fitting the removable ball coupling
→ Removing the ball coupling
→ Hitch ...
Other materials:
Driving tips when towing
First read and observe the introductory
information and safety warnings
Towing requires some experience, especially when using a tow rope. Both
drivers should be familiar with the technique required for towing. Inexperienced
drivers should not attempt to tow.
When driving, ensure that you d ...
Rolling Resistance Tires
Tire deformation when rolling causes the vehicle to loose
energy that makes the rolling resistance noticeable.
Deformation is significantly lowered on rolling resistance
tires due to new construction and low-wear surface mixtures.
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Diagonal Washouts
Diagonal wear spots on tires
Diagonal wear spots run at an angle of approximately 45°
with respect to the plane of circumference.
They usually occur once, but may also occur several times
along the tire circumference.
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